Tuberville Doubles Down on National Guard Idea for Montgomery

Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) isn't backing down. If he becomes Alabama's next governor, he's still considering deploying the National Guard to tackle crime in Montgomery. Remember that comment he made last September about using the Guard if necessary? Yep, he stands by it.

Reed's PAC Fires Back

Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed's PAC isn't thrilled, to say the least. They recently blasted out a fundraising text highlighting Tuberville's past statements. The text accused Tuberville of sticking with the "DC political machine" and criticized his threat to unleash the National Guard on Montgomery, while also opposing the city's improvement efforts. Ouch!

"Things Are Getting Worse"

In a recent chat with reporters, Tuberville argued that Montgomery's crime situation hasn't improved. "No, it seems to be getting worse," he said, pointing to a recent shooting. He even suggested Democrats are "pro crime," which is a pretty strong statement.

Safe Streets or Bust!

Tuberville is adamant about getting crime under control, even if it means calling in the National Guard. He pledged to support local law enforcement and sheriff's departments, emphasizing the need for safe streets to attract new businesses and prevent people from leaving the state. "We have to have safe streets and safe neighborhoods," he stated.

Is It Enough?

While the Montgomery Area Crime Suppression (MACS) Unit has made some progress, the city still faces significant challenges, including the recent mass shooting downtown. So, will Tuberville's tough-on-crime stance resonate with voters? Time will tell, folks.